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Many Christians talk earnestly about ‘the Christian roots of America,' but never say what they were. Equally the MAGA movement aims to ‘make America great again,' but never stops to say what made America great in first place.Dr. Os Guinness, foreign admirer of the US, will join us for a continuation of his Friday Forum from June 13, 2025 “2026: Recovering What Made America Great in the First Place,” and further dive into what it was that gave the American republic a freedom like no other – which needs to be recovered today.Support the show

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Fluent Fiction - Danish: The Little Yellow Duck That Could: Freja's Big Victory Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-03-01-23-34-02-da Story Transcript:Da: Tivoli Gardens var smuk denne forårsdag.En: Tivoli Gardens was beautiful this spring day.Da: Blomsterne var sprunget ud i alle regnbuens farver, og påskeæg hang fra trækronerne.En: The flowers had bloomed in all the colors of the rainbow, and Easter eggs hung from the treetops.Da: Freja gik målrettet mod dammen, hvor den store gummiduksrace snart skulle begynde.En: Freja walked purposefully towards the pond, where the big rubber duck race was about to begin.Da: Hun kunne mærke sommerfuglene i maven.En: She could feel the butterflies in her stomach.Da: "Er du klar, Freja?"En: "Are you ready, Freja?"Da: spurgte Carsten, hendes ældre fætter.En: asked Carsten, her older cousin.Da: Der var lidt drilleri i hans stemme.En: There was a hint of teasing in his voice.Da: Freja vidste, at han syntes, hun var for lille til at vinde.En: Freja knew he thought she was too little to win.Da: Men det gør mig kun endnu mere opsat, tænkte hun.En: But that only made her even more determined, she thought.Da: Freja satte sin gummidukke helt rigtigt ved startlinjen.En: Freja placed her rubber duck just right at the starting line.Da: Vinden blæste stærkt i dag, og det kunne gøre løbet svært.En: The wind was strong today, and it could make the race difficult.Da: Men Freja havde en plan.En: But Freja had a plan.Da: Hun havde lagt mærke til, hvordan strømmen i dammen lavede en lille bøjning.En: She had noticed how the current in the pond made a slight bend.Da: Hvis hun kunne ramme den, kunne hendes lille gule and tage føringen.En: If she could hit it, her little yellow duck could take the lead.Da: Publikum stimlede sammen omkring dammen.En: The crowd gathered around the pond.Da: Latter og ivrige stemmer blandede sig med musikken fra parken.En: Laughter and eager voices mixed with the music from the park.Da: Det var næsten tid nu.En: It was almost time now.Da: Freja tog en dyb indånding.En: Freja took a deep breath.Da: "Klar, parat, start!"En: "Ready, set, go!"Da: Råbet lød, og gummikyllingerne skød frem på vandet.En: The shout rang out, and the rubber ducks shot forward on the water.Da: I starten gik det godt.En: In the beginning, things were going well.Da: Frejas and var i front.En: Freja's duck was in front.Da: Men så kom vinden og rørte op i løbet.En: But then the wind came and stirred up the race.Da: Ænderne svingede fra side til side.En: The ducks swayed from side to side.Da: Freja så bekymret på, mens både hendes egen and og hendes konkurrent, Ingrid, blev fanget af vinden.En: Freja watched anxiously as both her own duck and her competitor, Ingrid, were caught by the wind.Da: Det var en tæt kamp.En: It was a close fight.Da: Men Freja havde ikke glemt sin plan.En: But Freja hadn't forgotten her plan.Da: Hendes and nærmede sig bøjningen i strømmen, og det var nu eller aldrig.En: Her duck was approaching the bend in the current, and it was now or never.Da: Med et heldigt pust fra vinden gled andens næb forbi Ingrids and, lige som de begge nærmede sig mållinjen.En: With a lucky gust from the wind, her duck's beak slipped past Ingrid's duck, just as they both neared the finish line.Da: Publikum holdt vejret.En: The crowd held their breath.Da: I sidste sekund fløj Frejas and foran, lige inden målstregen.En: In the last second, Freja's duck flew ahead, just before the finish line.Da: Hun havde vundet!En: She had won!Da: Et stort smil bredte sig over Frejas ansigt.En: A big smile spread over Freja's face.Da: "Wow, Freja, jeg troede ikke, du kunne," sagde Carsten målløs, da Freja modtog sin chokoladepræmie.En: "Wow, Freja, I didn't think you could," said Carsten, speechless, as Freja received her chocolate prize.Da: Freja kiggede op på ham, triumferende og glad.En: Freja looked up at him, triumphant and happy.Da: "Jeg vidste, jeg kunne," sagde hun.En: "I knew I could," she said.Da: Det var første gang, hun virkelig følte, at hun kunne opnå noget stort.En: It was the first time she truly felt she could achieve something great.Da: Da de gik ud af Tivoli, tænkte Freja, at uanset hvor stærk vinden blæste næste gang, ville hun altid finde en vej.En: As they walked out of Tivoli, Freja thought that no matter how strong the wind blew next time, she would always find a way.Da: Det var ikke kun en sejr i dammen i dag, men en sejr over hende selv.En: It was not just a victory in the pond today, but a victory over herself.Da: Hun havde lært, at konkurrence kunne være sjovt, og at man aldrig skulle undervurdere den lille spiller.En: She had learned that competition could be fun, and that one should never underestimate the little player. 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Send a textIf you read the book of Galatians, about the time you get to the middle of it, you may think, considering what Paul has just said, that it is a very logical question.  Paul begins to talk about the law, but he does so in a way that almost puts it down. And after you hear that, you can't help but wonder, well, then why did God give the law? He continues his seeming tirade against the law. It cannot justify. You cannot receive the Holy Spirit by it, nor can you be matured in your faith by it. But it gets worse, remember yesterday in Chapter 3, verse 10.  For as many as are of the works of the law are under the curse of the law. For it is written, cursed is everyone who does not continue in all things which are written in the book of the law to do them”. Not only can the law not perform, if you're under the law system, but you are actually under a curse. And he goes on to say, in verse 13, that only Christ can redeem you from this curse of the law.  Now, you can't read this without asking, well, then why did God give the law? That is a very logical and natural question. proceeding out of all that he has had to say up until this point. Let's see what he has to say…..Support the showFollow and support me on Patreon. Jeremy McCandless | Creating Podcasts and Bible Study Resources | Patreon To receive my weekly newsletter and keep up to date with all five of my podcasts, subscribe at: Jeremy McCandless | Substack Check out my other Podcasts. The Bible Project: https://thebibleproject.buzzsprout.com History of the Christian Church: https://thehistoryofthechristianchurch.buzzsprout.com The L.I.F.E. Podcast: (Philosophy and current trends in the Arts and Entertainment Podcast). https://the-living-in-faith-everyday-podcast.buzzsprout.com The Renewed Mind Podcast. My Psychology and Mental Health Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568891 The Classic Literature Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2568906 To visit my Author page on Amazon and view my entire back catalogue of books on both Amazon and Kindle and now also on Audible, Visit: Amazon.com: Jeremy R Mccandless: books, biography, latest update

What are your opinions on the joke that the President told the U.S. Men's Hockey team (about the Women's team)? Henry opened the phone lines to hear your takes.

The Floresville Tigers powerlifting team continued its strong season Feb. 12 by capturing 1st place at its third meet, finishing as team Champions with 65 points. In the 114-lb. weight class, Ethan Larson placed 3rd and Jack Zarosky placed 2nd. In the 132-lb. division, Gavin Rohmer placed 2nd and Logan Lewis placed 1st. At 148 lbs., Richard Villarreal placed 3rd and Joshua Martinez placed 1st. In the 165-lb. class, Cole Litchfield placed 4th, Daniel Schaefer placed 2nd, and William Rethaber placed 1st. In the 181-lb. division, Seth Harvey placed 12th, James Washington placed 9th, Jordan Castillo placed 8th, Breydan Gonzales...Article Link

Bismillah,Kejar Posisi Pertama di Start(Aim for first place right from the start)Ustadz Muhammad Nuzul Dzikri -Hafizhahullah-Video Animasi dari Kajian Tematik“Fiqh Prioritas Dalam Beramal di Bulan Ramadhan”

This Sunday as Ron Messelink shares part 2 of his message "Life In The First Place".We will reflect on the core biblical foundations God designed to anchor our lives and bring clarity to what matters most. When the right things are placed first, everything else begins to fall into place. Join us for an encouraging and faith building message that will inspire you to center your life around God's heart and purpose.We are so blessed you're joining us for this message.LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE!

Society is collapsing all around us and 4 out of 5 dentists say it's because people don't have "Third Places" anymore. Everyone has home, the "First Place." Everyone has work, the "Second Place." But so few of us have the mythic "Third Place" that allows us to hang out, unwind and exist without spending an exorbitant amount of energy. Well, in hopes of saving society, we're turning to video games to find our next leisure space. Andrew has biplanes. Matt has buckets. Todd has battle games. The title of this week's episode was selected by our Patrons in our Discord Community! If you want to help us choose the next one, join our discord, and/or get some bonus content, become part of #ButtThwompNation at patreon.com/debatethiscast Have you seen our Instagram? instagram.com/debatethiscast Have you seen our YouTube? www.youtube.com/@debatethiscast Want to send us an email? debatethiscast@gmail.com MERCH! We have that! Right now you can go on the internet and order things that say Debate This! On them! All you need to do is head to MerchThis.net and give us your money! Ever wanted socks with the DT! logo on them? Well now you can get em! One more time that website is MerchThis.net! Properties we talked about this week: Diddy Kong Racing, Wii Sports, Wii Sports Resort, Nintendo Switch Sports, Reboot, Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community Music for Debate This! is provided by composer Ozzed under a creative commons license. Check out more of their 8-bit bops at www.ozzed.net!

And so, first place in 2025 means … anything? Hear award-winning columnist Dejan Kovacevic's Daily Shots of Steelers, Penguins and Pirates -- three separate podcasts -- every weekday morning on the DK Pittsburgh Sports podcasting network, available on all platforms: https://linktr.ee/dkpghsports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This Sunday as Ron Messelink shares a message titled "Life In The First Place".We will reflect on the core biblical foundations God designed to anchor our lives and bring clarity to what matters most. When the right things are placed first, everything else begins to fall into place. Join us for an encouraging and faith building message that will inspire you to center your life around God's heart and purpose.LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE!

Florida basketball put on a clinic of how to embarrass an overmatched (supposedly “equal”) opponent this week, and the In All Kinds of Weather Forecast team is back to break it all down.Neil Shulman and Adrian Perez discuss Florida's belting of Texas A&M, a game that was over almost as soon as it began. The Gators overwhelmed the Aggies, 86-67, thus taking over first place in the SEC. And at the end of the game, the #Gators made sure to let the world know about it.

Alicia Menendez is in for Nicolle Wallace. Alicia covers the presence of DNI Director Tulsi Gabbard at the Elections Office in Fulton County, GA, where the Trump administration seized numerous ballots from the 2020 election. Even though it has been disproven that the 2020 election was ‘stolen,' Fulton County continues to be accused of ‘suspected voter fraud' by Donald Trump.Later, Alicia covers the exasperated admission from a federal prosecutor, who told a judge in court that trying to get ICE and the Justice Dept. to comply with court orders is like “pulling teeth.”For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MS NOW podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. For more from Nicolle, follow and download her podcast, “The Best People with Nicolle Wallace,” wherever you get your podcasts.To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this short devotional-style episode, I reflect on how good, meaningful responsibilities can quietly compete for our attention — and how God gently calls us back when our priorities drift. Drawing from Exodus 20:3, this episode explores what it means to put God first in full seasons of life: post-holiday busyness, work and ministry commitments, family rhythms, early-year goals, and the subtle habits that pull us away from presence and rest. Through a personal story and Scripture-centered reflection, I am inviting you to pause, examine what has taken first place, and consider how obedience, wisdom, and faith shape everyday choices — even the small ones. This episode is part of a growing series of shorter devotional reflections designed to create space for Scripture, prayer, and real-life application in the middle of ordinary days. Praying this meets you where you need.

Every investor eventually encounters a deal that doesn't go as planned. In this episode, we break down “The Anatomy of an Unfortunate Investment” and explore why most bad outcomes aren't caused by bad assets, but by poor preparation, misaligned capital, and the wrong partners.We discuss why a great deal only works when it's matched with the right investor, the right risk profile, and the right structure. From understanding deal control and capitalization to assessing market dynamics and regulatory risk, we walk through the questions sophisticated capital actually asks.We also dive deep into partnerships—how incentives shift, why complementary skill sets matter, and how integrity and grit are revealed under pressure. Along the way, we share hard-earned lessons about mentorship, learning through experience, and why ego often gets in the way of better decisions.The takeaway is simple: fortunate investments start with clarity, humility, and the courage to slow down before saying yes.We talk about:[00:00] What Makes an Investment “Unfortunate” in the First Place?[01:57]  Is a Great Deal Really Enough to Attract Capital?[04:23] Who Is a Deal Actually Great For?[06:46] How Do Sophisticated Investors Really Think About Risk?[9:50] Is Experience More Valuable Than Immediate Profit?[18:54] What Do Investors Actually Need to Say Yes to a Deal?[26:13] How Do Funds Decide Which Deals Make the Cut?[30:20] Where Should New Investors Go to Find Capital?[34:0] How Do Bad Partnerships Turn Good Deals Into Disasters?[42:53]How Do You Stay on the Fortunate Side of Investing?Resources:Learn more at The Color of MoneyBecome a real estate agent HEREConnect with Our HostsEmerick Peace:Instagram: @theemerickpeaceFacebook: facebook.com/emerickpeaceDaniel Dixon:Instagram: @dixonsolditFacebook: facebook.com/realdanieldixonLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dixonsolditYouTube: @dixongroupcompaniesJulia Lashay:Instagram: @iamjulialashayFacebook: facebook.com/growwithjuliaLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/julialashay/YouTube: @JuliaLashayBo MenkitiInstagram: @bomenkitiFacebook: facebook.com/obiora.menkitiLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/bomenkiti/Produced by NOVAThis podcast is for general informational purposes only. The views, thoughts, and opinions of the guest represent those of the guest and not  Keller Williams Realty, LLC and its affiliates, and should not be construed as financial, economic, legal, tax, or other advice. This podcast is provided without any warranty, or guarantee of its accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or results from using the information.

Jason Walker and Eric Frandsen break down a heavyweight Mountain West matchup coming up between Utah State and San Diego State on Saturday. What are the keys for both teams and what factors will lead to a win for the Aggies?Also, hear from USU head coach Jerrod Calhoun and what he had to say in his media availability earlier in the day.To wrap up the first hour of the show, Jason and Eric look at the five other Mountain West games taking place this weekend, including games Friday night.

The Sacramento Kings lose to the Philadelphia 76ers 113-111In this episode of The Royal Report I discuss the Kings taking first place in the lottery standings, what the best big man pairings are for the Kings, and where Maxime Raynaud is most effective.

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3:30 One on one with Merrimack Coach Joe Gallo31:00 Around the MAAC: Iona, Quinnipiac and Sacred Heart36:30 UConn wins its 15th straight; Dan Hurley reaction49:00 St. John's wins its 6th straight, Rick Pitino reaction59:30 Seton Hall has hit a wall, losing its 4th straight1:10:00 Rutgers showed little fight versus Indiana; Steve Pikiell reaction1:16:00 D-III Hoops: Wesleyan and Montclair St.

2x NBA Champion and longtime Pistons point guard Lindsey Hunter joins Shep to talk all about one of the hottest teams in basketball in YOUR Detroit Pistons, as well as his blooming podcast with fellow former NBA star Tim Hardaway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Drs. Jan Vojacek, a cardiac surgeon in the department of cardiac surgery at University Hospital Hradec Kralove, Czech Republic, and president of the Czech Society for Cardiovascular Surgery, and Maral Ouzounian, cardiac surgeon and head of the division of cardiac surgery at the Peter Munk Cardiac Center, Toronto, Canada, and president of the Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons, about the EACTS expert consensus statement on the Ross procedure in adult patients. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:21 JANS 1, ARISE III Stent Graft Enrollment 04:25 JANS 2, Mech vs Biopros Valves in Hemodialysis 07:37 JANS 3, Surgical Sealants After Pulm Resection 09:54 JANS 4, Constrictive Pericarditis Procedures 12:45 Video 1, VATS CO2 Insufflation Technique 14:03 Third Place, Ascending Aortic Stenting Repair-Bridge 15:05 Second Place, Mustard & En Bloc Rotation of Tracts 16:49 First Place, Supracardiac Anomalous Pulm Ven Return 19:43 Drs. Vojacek & Ouzounian, Ross Procedure 42:02 Upcoming Events 42:21 Instructional Video Competition 42:49 Career Center They discussed the task force and process of getting this statement published, as well as important elements of the guidelines. Additionally, they addressed the significance of shared decision-making with patients, survival rates following the Ross procedure, and overall quality of life. They also compared the Ross procedure to mechanical and biological aortic valve replacements. They explored various surgical techniques related to the Ross procedure, including the native inclusion technique and the prosthetic inclusion technique, emphasizing the importance of technical details, patient selection, and intraoperative management. Furthermore, they discussed the Ross centers of excellence and how to start them.   Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on the ARISE III trial of gore ascending stent graft begins enrollment, mechanical vs bioprosthetic heart valves in hemodialysis patients, an individual patient data meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials on the clinical efficacy of surgical sealants after pulmonary resection, and radical pericardiectomy and use of cardiopulmonary bypass for constrictive pericarditis.  In addition, Joel explores a new approach for thymic pathologies, robotic-assisted repair of supracardiac total anomalous pulmonary venous return, and combined Mustard and en bloc rotation of the outflow tracts. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery.    JANS Items Mentioned  1.) ARISE III Trial of Gore Ascending Stent Graft Begins Enrollment  2.) Mechanical Versus Bioprosthetic Heart Valves in Hemodialysis Patients  3.) Clinical Efficacy of Surgical Sealants After Pulmonary Resection: An Individual Patient Data Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials  4.) Radical Pericardiectomy and Use of Cardiopulmonary Bypass for Constrictive Pericarditis  CTSNet Content Mentioned  1.) A New Approach for Thymic Pathologies: VATS CO₂ Insufflation Technique  2.) Robotic-Assisted Repair of Supracardiac Total Anomalous Pulmonary Venous Return   3.) Combined Mustard and En Bloc Rotation of the Outflow Tracts   Other Items Mentioned  1.) EACTS Expert Consensus Statement on the Ross Procedure in Adult Patients   2.) Winners of the 2025 CTSNet Resident Video Competition  3.) Instructional Video Competition   4.) Career Center   5.) CTSNet Events Calendar  Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.

Pippa Hudson speaks to Sibusiso Sizatu, the skipper of the Alexforbes AngelWings which are provisionally in first place on handicap in the Cape2Rio yacht race. Lunch with Pippa Hudson is CapeTalk’s mid-afternoon show. This 2-hour respite from hard news encourages the audience to take the time to explore, taste, read and reflect. The show - presented by former journalist, baker and water sports enthusiast Pippa Hudson - is unashamedly lifestyle driven. Popular features include a daily profile interview #OnTheCouch at 1:10 pm. Consumer issues are in the spotlight every Wednesday while the team also unpacks all things related to health, wealth & the environment. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Lunch with Pippa Hudson Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 13:00 and 15:00 (SA Time) to Lunch with Pippa Hudson broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/MdSlWEs or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/fDJWe69 Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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My guest today on the Online for Authors podcast is SM Stevens, author of the book Beautiful and Terrible Things. S.M. Stevens began writing fiction during back-to-back health crises: a shattered pelvis and ovarian cancer. She writes contemporary novels designed to make readers laugh, cry, and think. Her most recent novel, Beautiful and Terrible Things, has won seven awards including Indies Today's Best Literary Book of 2024, and an Honorable Mention in the Social Issues category of the 2024 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Contest. Her novella The Wallace House of Pain won the 2023 American Fiction Award for Best Novelette, and First Place in the Short Fiction category of the Chanticleer International Book Awards. A lifelong New Englander other than stints in England and Italy, she lives in Washington, N.H.   In my book review, I stated Beautiful and Terrible Things is a contemporary fiction by SM Stevens. We start by meeting Charley, a 29-year-old who believes she is cursed to lose everyone she loves. To combat this, she lives a very rigid and lonely life - until she meets Xander. He invites her to meet his band of diverse race, gender, and sexually oriented friends Terrance, Sunny, Jessica, and Buwan.   Charley is a social misfit, but from the beginning, I was cheering her on. Her rigid schedule and self-harm made me want to wrap my arms around her and help her see it was going to be okay - when I wasn't stamping my feet because she was being ridiculous! Of course, I felt the same way about each of the friends. At times, they seemed to have their heads on straight - at others? Not so much. And isn't that just like me, you, and everyone we know?   SM doesn't hold back. She brings in social components of our time including race and sexual orientation, but also mental health issues and green initiatives. With characters all along each of these spectrums, we are given the opportunity to see these topics from all sides - from those who live them to those who wonder if they really exist. We also get a glimpse into what we might do when we see something that isn't to our liking - and learn that there isn't just one way that is the right way.   This is a wonderful story about friends and what that can look like despite different life experiences. I really enjoyed this book.   Subscribe to Online for Authors to learn about more great books! https://www.youtube.com/@onlineforauthors?sub_confirmation=1   Join the Novels N Latte Book Club community to discuss this and other books with like-minded readers: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3576519880426290   You can follow Author SM Stevens Website: https://authorsmstevens.com/ IG: @s.m.stevens FB: @ AuthorSMStevens TikTok:@author.smstevens   Purchase Beautiful and Terrible Things on Amazon: Paperback: https://amzn.to/4oDp2UW Ebook: https://amzn.to/4ovRRSW   Teri M Brown, Author and Podcast Host: https://www.terimbrown.com FB: @TeriMBrownAuthor IG: @terimbrown_author X: @terimbrown1   Want to be a guest on Online for Authors? Send Teri M Brown a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/member/onlineforauthors   #smstevens #beautifulandterriblethings #contemporaryfiction #terimbrownauthor #authorpodcast #onlineforauthors #characterdriven #researchjunkie #awardwinningauthor #podcasthost #podcast #readerpodcast #bookpodcast #writerpodcast #author #books #goodreads #bookclub #fiction #writer #bookreview *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

The Tampa Bay Lightning are in first place in the Eastern Conference at the midpoint of the season. They are at 53 points which is 4 points ahead of last year at this time. Nikita Kucherov is 4th in scoring, JJ Moser is 5th in +/- and the team is 2nd in goals/game. The Bolts will practice today and then they host the Colorado Avalanche on Tuesday night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Happy New Year's everyone!New Year is the time of year when we build unrealistic expectations about what the huge celebration we should be part of, and what big changes we are going to make in the form of our resolutions. It is a lot to live up to, and can create a lot of pressure. All of which is why I don't like New Year's. To be honest, I feel like our run of holidays go steadily downhill starting with Labor Day and ending with New Year's Day in terms of the pressure that they create. We can get fixated on the types of experiences we should be having, and measuring what happens to often unrealistic expectations. The good news is that the only way to go is up! However your holidays went, I hope things are looking up for you.Experiencing a lot of pressure, going down, and going back up are all great themes for this week's guest on Experience by Design. I first learned of Henry Rausch when I found his book “Submerged: Life on a Fast Attack Submarine in the Last Days of the Cold War.” For long-time listeners, you will be familiar with my fascination with US naval history as well as the working environments of submarines. His book is a great first-person account of being deployed on a submarine, including the “ups and downs” associated with submarine life. “Submerged” is currently the #1 Best Seller on Amazon in the Biographies of the Military Navy, as well as a winner of other book awards, including First Place in Published Nonfiction at WriterCon 2025. Hank's second book is “How to Hotwire an Airplane: A Novel of Regret and Redemption,” and weaves together his father's experience being a medic in the Vietnam War along with his own experiences being a pilot. The book places this in the context of US border policy its impact on those who cross the border seeking a better life. Taken together, Hank's work explores personal transformation under stressful and sometimes dire circumstances. We discuss his experiences in the US Navy, and what he learned about leadership as a naval officer. He describes the months submerged while on patrol, along with the good times of being back in port. He talks about his subsequent work as an IT consultant working in satellite operation centers, and how lessons from his submarine tours informed his management style in civilian life. Finally we talk about the lessons that learning to fly has on life. As Hank describes, when you are teaching someone to fly, you have to let them fail up to the point that they might die. He emphasizes the need to enforce high standards, and how performance and recognition will predict how much satisfaction is felt in their work. He also teases the new book that he is working on, so we get a sneak preview of that as well. Henry Rausch: https://henryrausch.com/“Submerged: Life on a Fast Attack Submarine in the Last Days of the Cold War”: https://www.amazon.com/Submerged-Life-Fast-Attack-Submarine-ebook/dp/B0DN8CFV3S“How to Hotwire an Airplane: A Novel of Regret and Redemption”: https://www.amazon.com/How-Hotwire-Airplane-Henry-Rausch-ebook/dp/B0DHV4VVHX

On this episode of Oilersnation Radio, the guys debated Andrew Mangiapane's future with the Oilers after reports came out he was looking for a new oppritunity, along with what a possible trade package would look like. Shifting gears, the guys recapped the Oilers flurry of games over the christmas Break, Noah Philp being claimed by the Carolina Hurricanes, digs into the bottom-six concerns, and looks ahead to the Canadian Olympic Roster Unvialing tomorrow— plus a little betting talk to wrap it up.SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!Powered by @bet365. Whatever the moment, it's Never Ordinary at bet365. Download the App today and use promo code: NATION. http://www.bet365.ca/Swiss Donair: https://swissdonair.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's episode of 2 Guys & A Goalie, the fellas break down the Edmonton Oilers' 3-1 win over the Winnipeg Jets and dive into everything that went right. They'll talk about the raging Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Calvin Pickard absolutely goalie-ing the Jets, and the Oilers finally getting some much-needed scoring depth with Max Jones finding the back of the net.   Plus… what the heck are the Oilers supposed to do with Andrew Mangiapane? What worked, what didn't, and what it all means moving forward.   Nielson, Gager and Kass delve into all the Oilers news before shifting their attention to the Olympics to share their thoughts on who should make Team Canada and who should be left off the squad.   2 Guys & a Goalie is presented by GS Construction!

The first place a burglar tries to break into a home.The strangest items found in an Uber.How to tell if you're compatible early in a relationship.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Defensive back Kevin Byard III joins Jeff Joniak and Tom Thayer on Bears Weekly to discuss Saturday's matchup with Green Bay.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Going to therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. My sponsor BetterHelp makes therapy simple, with 10% off your first month to help you get started: https://betterhelp.com/crashthepond Every game day, fans can guess which player will score the team's final goal of the game. Head to Victoryplus.com/streaks to make your pick Make Picks. Win Prizes. Get 10 in a row, get $10,000,000! Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here → https://nordvpn.com/CTP It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee! This week, we check in and assess the Ducks' season so far, their playoff chances, where the roster needs improvement, and much more. Enjoy! Support the show: Patreon: patreon.com/crashthepond Twitch: twitch.tv/crashthepond YouTube: youtube.com/crashthepond Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts!

The Bible says the Good News will produce an abounding life in us when Christ takes first place. When Christ is first, He holds everything together. Do you want a life that is held together? Listen to this challenging message about how Jesus controls the chaos when He comes to have "first place in me, my marriage, and my home." This is part 3 from our series "The First" from Colossians 1. First Place in Everything Pastor Heath Harris

Rick Stroud and Steve Versnick on the Buccaneers being back in 1st place in the NFC South as the Saints beat the Panthers on Sunday. Any 2 wins in their last 3 games and they will be the division champs for the 5th straight season. Plus Phillip Rivers plays well, Patrick Mahomes and Micah Parsons lost for the season and the Lightning lose in a shootout in New York. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mac & Bone start a Football Friday show, recapping Atlanta's comeback win over the Bucs, which put the Panthers in first place in the NFC South, they play audio from yesterday's coordinator press conferences as The Bank, & they replay their conversation with Panthers legend Jake Delhomme See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Financial stocks experienced a strong 2025 but Rick Ducat notes Citigroup (C) as the strongest performer. He measures the stock's rally to peers like JPMorgan Chase (JPM), Goldman Sachs (GS), and Wells Fargo (WFC) to show where Citi stands. Rick's technical analysis shows how Citi's sharp rally can waver. He later turns to the options front and explains how traders are pricing in future moves. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Mac & Bone start Monday's show, talking about the Panthers being in first place in the NFC South after the bye week, with the Bucs loss yesterday, they dive into the CFP bracket being revealed, and the chaos that followed with Alabama making the field over Notre Dame, they play audio from local college basketball games & more See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In hour one, guest hosts Jamie Dodd & Israel Fehr look back at the previous day in sports, they preview the MLS Cup Final featuring the Vancouver Whitecaps at Inter Miami CF, they talk a bit about the last-place Canucks (3:00), plus they set up Week 14 with NFL.com's Nick Shook (26:44). This podcast is produced by Andy Cole and Greg Balloch. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Media Inc. or any affiliate.

Today's Sports Daily covers a sports cliché that needs to stop being used, an underused NFL statistic, NFL TV watching record likely being set on Thursday, a first place team in trouble, and a wild college footballs stat.Music written by Bill Conti & Allee Willis (Casablanca Records/Universal Music Group)  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bears beat the Steelers in a similar manner to the way they've won most of their eight wins this season - nerve wracking and the outcome in doubt to the end. Greg and Aldo go through the game, postgame comments and look ahead to a week where besides preparing for the Eagles game the Bears might be looking to sign healthy players to play linebacker.

First 30 minutes : Danikin's Five Points Second 30: The Tooch's Bears State of Affairs Third 30: Zim, Aldo, Danikin and Tooch explore the chances of the Bears holding on to first place Fourth 30: Fitz on food and football Remainder: Thanksgiving movies, and anything else goes

This week the crew digs deep into the ups and downs of the Bears latest come from behind win. Then John, Alyssa, and Danny discuss the Steelers, and how the challenges ahead for staying in first place.

Today on the "Tuesday Morning Running Back" edition of the podcast for November 17, 2025:- Matt's visit to Tulane (01:05)- The FIRST PLACE Chicago Bears (05:28)- Should Pass Interference be reviewable? (16:49)- Dan Campbell's gambling on 4th down (27:33)- Ohio State's Luke Montgomery asks Matt a question (35:15)- Matt's Workhorse of the Week (39:17) - What we learned at church this weekend (46:25). Have a question? Got a guest suggestion? Want to advertise with us? Email us - jason@sportsspectrum.comWATCH all of our podcast episodes on our YouTube page:https://www.youtube.com/SportsSpectrumMagazineSign up for our Sports Spectrum Magazine and receive 15% off a 1-year subscription by using the code PODCAST15https://www.theincrease.com/products/sports-spectrum-magazine 

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYEveryday we take a breath from the busy work day to take a break, hang out with friends and talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and specifically CrossFit.  Taday we talk about Tia finally making an announcement, The WFP has now released how much pro cards are worth and the Bears are in First Place and its Mid November!

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The Seahawks may be on their bye week, but they took over first place in the NFC West thanks to the Texans beating the 49ers, so Maura and Lyle react to all of it to open the show (with Salk out). Then, they re-air their conversation with Brian Nemhauser (aka Hawkblogger) to discuss the Seahawks, Sam Darnold, the use of play action and plenty more.